Health and Safety Specialist

Health and Safety Specialist

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

About the team

The health, safety and wellbeing of our team members and customers is our priority. Our team is vital in upholding that. We raise awareness. We give support and guidance around best practices. And we work side-by-side to co-create a happier, safer and more energised workplace.

About the role- 15 month Fixed term

The Kemps Creek ADC Health and Safety Specialist will lead and manage the overall safety performance of the Automated Distribution Centre (ADC). Act as the sites Subject Matter Expert and provide information to enable the ADC to achieve strategic Health, Safety and Wellbeing objectives, performance targets and compliance. Foster and maintain a work environment conducive to operational excellence and continuous improvement, employee engagement and the highest levels of safe working practices.  The will also represent the business to state regulators and state based industry bodies where necessary whilst maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and service providers

You’ll also:

• Implement safety strategies in partnership with State Managers and key stakeholders
• Provide direction, advice and practical support to store area management teams on safety, workers compensation, injury management and wellbeing related matters 
• Ensure legislative requirements and good practice are achieved within stores
• Support HSE management systems and initiatives
• Ensure the identification of emerging risk exposures, develop and monitor risk registers and ensure mitigation of identified risks are put into effect
• Facilitate root cause analysis and incident investigations at a regional level
• Audit systems and the close-out of corrective actions

About you and your skills

• Extensive experience working in a Senior Safety leadership role 
• Strong background working in an operational FMCG distribution Centre, Manufacturing or Automated Environment is highly desirable
• Proven record of successfully implementing strategic plans 
• Proven record of driving and supporting change within teams
• Proven record of providing technical expertise and coaching all various operational levels
• Degree preference- Safety or Legal Related Discipline (Risk/Hazard management, Ergonomics)
• Strong communicator that can influence great outcomes
• Knowledge of relevant H&S Legislation

What’s in it for you?

• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

About the recruitment process

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID:?135812